Black, Jeremy

France: A Short History

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ISBN 13:: 9780500252505
author:: Black, Jeremy
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Thames & Hudson Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2021
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 21.6 x 13.8 centimeters (0.47 kg
Genre:: History, Europe, France,
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 20 working days

£19.84

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France A Short History by Jeremy Black Discover the fascinating story of France from prehistory to the present day. This concise and engaging narrative explores how France's past has shaped its distinct character and powerful influence across the globe. From the cave paintings of Lascaux to the artistic innovations of Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, and the Lumiere brothers, Jeremy Black takes readers on a journey through France's rich history. He examines the country's most famous philosophical, literary, artistic, and architectural developments, and how they were influenced by military, political, and cultural shifts. With its vivid account of events and unpredictable outcomes, this book provides a fresh perspective on France's story. Featuring color illustrations, it is an easy-to-digest history of a vast subject, making it a helpful guide to understanding France today.

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